Serving 649 students in grades 5-6, Koontz Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 649 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Koontz Intermediate's student population of 649 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
649 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Koontz Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Koontz Intermediate is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1459 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
26%
20%
Black
12%
25%
White
52%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Koontz Intermediate's ranking?
Koontz Intermediate is ranked #1459 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Koontz Intermediate often compared to?
Koontz Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Springs Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Koontz Intermediate?
649 students attend Koontz Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Koontz Intermediate students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Koontz Intermediate?
Koontz Intermediate has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Koontz Intermediate offer ?
Koontz Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Koontz Intermediate part of?
Koontz Intermediate is part of Buncombe County Schools School District.
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